2009-Model Tampa Bay International Auto Show

Features


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Concepts & Pre-Production Models
Explore the Cars of Tomorrow! – Check out the futuristic concept cars and pre-production models that are sure to steal the spotlight at this year's show. These vehicles provide a glimpse of what is around the corner in automotive design and technology. Concept vehicles are subject to change and are displayed at the sole discretion of the manufacturer.
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Ford Interceptor
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Chevrolet Camaro
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Suzuki Quay
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GM Experience the Ride
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Auto show attendees will have a chance to sit behind the wheel and get a real feel for the performance and handling of several models from General Motors.  Ride & Drive will take place on the Front Drive, directly outside the Channelside Entrance.

Hours of Operation:

Friday, November 7        12 noon to 7 p.m.

Saturday, November 8    10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Sunday, November 9      10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers Cheerleaders & Mascot
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers Cheerleaders along with the mascot, Captain Fear will be available to sign autographs and pose for pictures on Saturday, November 8 between 12 noon and 2 p.m. in the Ford display, courtesy of the Southern Ford Dealers.  Attendees are not guaranteed to see cheerleaders & mascot during advertised hours and one photo/autograph per person.
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers Players
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers Running Back, Earnest Graham & Tampa Bay Buccaneers Defensive Tackle, Chris Hovan will both be available Saturday, November 8 between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to sign autographs in the Ford display, courtesy of the Southern Ford Dealers.  Attendees are not guaranteed to see players during advertised hours and one autograph per person.

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Green Trail
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The Green Trail is designed to highlight the latest trends in alternative fuel vehicles.  Through green directional arrows placed along adjacent aisle carpet and a separate auto show map noting their locations, attendees will be able to compare the latest fuel-efficient and alternative fuel models and learn how new technology can help save money at the gas pump as well as promoting a cleaner environment.
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Million Dollar Exotic Vehicle Displays
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Come see several high-dollar-value exotic vehicles, each valued at over $250,000 from Ferrari and Lamborghini, courtesy of Ferrari of Tampa Bay and Lamborghini Orlando.
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Kids Day - Sunday, November 9
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All children 12 and under are admitted FREE when accompanied by a paying adult, brought to you by The ParentGuide® – For Parents Who Expect More. Kid’s activities and special character appearances during all show hours on both Saturday, November 8 and Sunday, November 9.  For more details log on to www.parentguide.com.

Iron Man®
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Appearances between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Sunday, November 9, 2008.  Attendees are not guaranteed to see character during advertised hours.  
MARVEL, IRON MAN: TM & © 2008 Marvel Characters, Inc.  All rights reserved. www.marvel.com. Licensed by Marvel Characters, Inc.
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Bark Buckle UP™
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Free Pet Safety Products Giveaway – On Kids Day, the first 100 visitors will receive free pet safety and travel products, courtesy of Bark Buckle UP.

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ONE-DAY OUTSIDE DISPLAY : Saturday, November 8
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On Saturday, November 8, between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. see a special outside display showcasing the history of the Ford Mustang, courtesy of the Mustang Club of Tampa.
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ONE-DAY OUTSIDE DISPLAY : Sunday, November 9
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On Sunday, November 9, between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. see a special outside display showcasing several Hot Rods and Muscle Cars, courtesy of Ronnie Setser's Customs.
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Lucky Ducky Derby
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On Sunday, November 9, at 12:15 p.m., attendees will be invited to cheer on more than 20,000 adopted rubber ducks that will be dropped into the Garrison Channel, just outside the Tampa Convention Center, for the Second Annual Tampa Bay Lucky Ducky Derby to benefit America’s Second Harvest of Tampa Bay, a regional food bank that provides food to dozens of organizations throughout Tampa Bay. Ducks are available for adoption by visiting the Web site
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Interactive Game Experience (IGX)
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Test drive the hottest, new video games on one of 17 gaming stations including the Microsoft Xbox 360™, Sony PLAYSTATION®3 and Nintendo Wii™.  Free for all attendees, the video games featured are rated from E (Everyone) to T (Teen).  Enter in a Guitar Hero® Tournament at the IGX video game display area for a chance to win a gift card to a local video game store.  Tournament starts at 4 p.m. on Saturday, November 8.  Visit display for more details.  Games include: Madden '09, Nintendo Wii Sports Package: Bowling, Boxing, Baseball, etc., Need for Speed, Tiger Woods ‘08 and/or ’09, Mario Cart, Super Smash Brothers, Burnout Paradise, Pirates of the Caribbean, just to name a few.
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IGX Guitar Hero® Tournament
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On Saturday, November 8 stop by the IGX display area and register for a Guitar Hero® Tournament.  The tournament is limited to the first 32 entrants and begins at 4 p.m.  On a 42” Plasma screen, two Guitar controllers will be operative, with the screen set to accommodate two players at once.  Both players will compete on a single song, with the contestant scoring the highest total of points moving on to the next round.  The rounds are single elimination and are played through until a winner is determined in the end.  The winner will receive a gift card to a local area video game store, supplied by IGX.
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Tampa Bay Automobile Museum Display
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Visit the auto show and see a collection of vintage vehicles, courtesy of the Tampa Bay Automobile Museum.
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Specialty & Celebrity-Owned Vehicles from the World Famous duPont REGISTRY™
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Featuring a unique collection of celebrity-owned and rare specialty vehicles, courtesy of duPont REGISTRY™.

Some vehicles scheduled to appear:
Hulk Hogan’s Dodge Viper 
General Lee – First one ever produced from the hit TV Show Dukes of Hazzard – Valued at over $1 Million
Ford GT
Ford GTX1 – a roadster version of the Ford GT
Retired Tampa Bay NFL Linebacker Shelton Quarles’s customized Bentley GTC Convertible 
Aston Martin Zagato Limited Edition Permanent Convertible
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Salute to the Street Rodder Road Tour
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Come to the auto show to see a special display of hot rods from the famous Street Rodder Road Tour.  The display will feature the 1934 Chevy Boyd Coddington Hot Rod along with the 1933 and 1936 Ford Street Rods, courtesy of Street Rodder Magazine.
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Hellboy II: The Golden Army DVD Giveaway
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The roughest, toughest, most unlikely hero of all is back in Hellboy II: The Golden Army, available on DVD and Blu-ray Hi-Def on November 11!  Be one of the first 100 adults to arrive at the auto show on Thursday, November 6 and receive a redemption postcard for a FREE DVD copy of Hellboy II: The Golden Army when it is released on November 11, 2008.  Also, stop by to receive a FREE movie promotional item, while supplies last!

 

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Beethoven's Big Break DVD Giveaway
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The all-new hilarious family adventure starring the world’s best-loved St. Bernard, comes exclusively to DVD on December 30!  Be one of the first 100 families to arrive at the auto show on Sunday, November 9 and receive a redemption postcard for a FREE DVD copy of Beethoven’s Big Break when it is released on December 30, 2008.  Also, stop by to receive a free movie promotional item, while supplies last!

 

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FREE Motor Trend Magazine Subscription
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Receive a FREE one-year subscription to Motor Trend Magazine with each online ticket order or box office purchase, courtesy of the Tampa Bay International Auto Show.

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